Can demonstrate training and opportunities that focus on staff retention and excellence in their field

Are located in the City of Monash

Corporate social responsibility

Category open to businesses that:

Are located in the City of Monash

Have developed strong partnerships between industry and community organisations

Have identified and/or provided job and training opportunities for the socially disadvantaged

Invest in and support local charities and community based not-for-profit organisations

Provide products or services to enhance wellbeing of community

Strives to reduce their impact on the environment

Innovation

Category open to businesses that:

Have created, nurtured and developed new, differentiated products or services

Have contributed to the invention, design, production, performance, marketing and distribution of their product or service

Have a willingness to develop, organise and manage a business venture along with any of its risks in order to make a profit

Are located within the City of Monash

Not for profit

Category open to businesses that:

Have made significant contribution to the community through volunteering, financial support, pro-bono assistance or mentoring. Business and support

Must be located in the City of Monash.

Have developed strong partnerships with industry

Have identified and/or provided job and training opportunities for the socially disadvantaged

Provide services to enhance the wellbeing of the local community

Demonstrate ongoing financial sustainability

Dedicated community service organisations are considered under this category. Also schools, training organisations and sporting clubs.

Business of the Year

Category open to businesses that:

Chosen by the MBA Committee from each year’s Award category winners, and awarded to the business that best demonstrates outstanding leadership and has contributed the greatest value to the Monash community. All Award category winners are eligible for the Business of the Year Award. No additional entry material is required.